Exploring
Beethoven
Sonata No 8 in C minor
‘Pathetique’, opus 13
Also see
II THURSDAY 18 APRIL
Sonata No. 23 in F minor
‘Appassionata’ Opus 57
III THURSDAY 23 MAY
Sonata No. 30 in E major
Op. 109
In this series of lecture-
The history, genesis, structure and emotional content of each sonata will be explored, with time for questions before Julian gives a complete performance.
A wonderful opportunity to increase your understanding and appreciation of these famous and much-
£20 | Concs £15
Any 2 £35 | Concs £25
Series £45 | Concs £30
Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13, commonly known as Sonata Pathétique, was written in 1798 when the composer was 27 years old and was published in 1799.
It has remained one of his most celebrated compositions. Beethoven dedicated the work to his friend Prince Karl von Lichnowsky.
Although commonly thought to be one of the few works to be named by the composer himself, it was actually named Grande sonate pathétique (to Beethoven's liking) by the publisher, who was impressed by the sonata's tragic sonorities.
(With thanks to WIKIPEDIA)
LONDON BEETHOVEN
MARATHON
November 2022
“… a phenomenal feat of
pianistic prowess, memory,
and sheer stamina….”
Malcolm Miller
‘MUSICAL OPINION’
“To listen to and enjoy the complete cycle of Beethoven piano sonatas in a single day is a both a rare treat and a challenge of concentration; to perform them is all the more so.
At times, the piano’s sound reminded
one of the indubitably unique
Beethovenian ‘klang’ associated
with great masters of the past such as Kempff, Schnabel or Serkin.
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